Pink Elephant Photography is a Cheltenham specialist in relaxed family photoshoots. Studio or outdoor sessions capture natural moments of families, children and newborns, finished as beautiful wall art.
If you’re looking for a family photographer in Cheltenham who specialises in genuinely natural, timeless images, you’ve come to the right place. Pink Elephant Photography — led by Philippa from her Elmstone Hardwicke studio — focuses on relaxed, friendly family photoshoots that celebrate your real life: the laughter, the cuddles, the chaos and the quiet moments that matter. Philippa’s style is warm, down-to-earth and very much people-led. She loves capturing children mid-adventure — jumping in puddles, climbing trees or holding Grandma’s hand — as much as she enjoys calm, classic studio portraits. Sessions are designed to feel relaxed and unforced so personalities shine through; parents consistently tell her that even camera-shy kids quickly settle and start having fun. For newborns and babies she uses a gentle, baby-led approach to keep the experience calm and safe. Work with a photographer who cares about how your images live in your home. Philippa is passionate about wall art and heirloom prints — her aim is that your photographs are displayed, enjoyed and become part of everyday life, not left hidden on a hard drive. She’ll guide you on styling, colour palettes and which images work best as framed prints or canvases so your portraits suit your home and become treasured keepsakes. Practical, personal and local: sessions can take place in-studio at Elmstone Hardwicke (a family-friendly space where you might spot the horses and resident animals) or outdoors across the Cotswolds and Gloucestershire. If you prefer a relaxed, informal shoot, Philippa loves to bring families into natural landscapes and favourite local spots for adventure-style portraiture. Philippa trained with leading newborn and wedding photographers and brings that professional eye to every family shoot — aiming for timeless, natural images with a little warmth and storytelling. She’s fully insured, approachable and dedicated to making the whole process easy and enjoyable, from first enquiry to the moment you hang your first print on the wall. If you want family portraits that feel like you — beautiful, honest and made to be displayed — get in touch to chat about a Cheltenham shoot and how Pink Elephant Photography can capture your family’s story.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
Approx 1 hour sitter session, in-person viewing and 5 high resolution digital images.
Approx 1 hour maternity session with gowns/props, in-person viewing and 5 high resolution digital images.
1 hour cake smash session with in-person viewing and 5 high resolution digital images.
1 hour studio session, in-person viewing and 5 high resolution digital images.
Approx 4 hour newborn session, in-person viewing and 5 high resolution digital images.
Approx 1 hour maternity session with gowns/props, in-person viewing and 10 high resolution digital images.
Approx 1 hour sitter session, in-person viewing, 10 high resolution digital images and matching prints.
Approx 1 hour maternity session with gowns/props, in-person viewing, 15 high resolution digital images and wall art credit.
1 hour studio session, in-person viewing, 10 high resolution digital images and matching prints.
Approx 4 hour newborn session, in-person viewing and 10 high resolution digital images.
1 hour cake smash session with cake provided (gluten-free available) and 10 high resolution digital images.
Approx 1 hour sitter session, in-person viewing, 20+ high resolution digital images, mounted prints and slideshow.
Approx 4 hour baby-led newborn session, in-person viewing, 20+ digital images, 10 mounted prints, slideshow and wall art credit.
1 hour cake smash & splash session including cake (gluten-free option), 20+ digital images, prints, slideshow and wall art credit.
1 hour studio session, in-person viewing, 15 high resolution digital images, 10 mounted prints, slideshow and wall art credit.